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KB03 TAM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,999 mi
Last recorded121,999 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB03 TAM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 121,999 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 116,224 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 110,503 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 101,943 miles

vehicle fitted with undertrays

Fail 31 Oct 2022 101,942 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

vehicle fitted with undertrays

Pass 5 Nov 2021 93,745 miles

exhaust system slightly corroded at rear

Pass 29 Oct 2020 86,268 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 68,253 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 60,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2017 56,838 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 49,934 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 38,271 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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KB03 TAM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KB03 TAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KB03 TAM registered?

KB03 TAM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is KB03 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB03 TAM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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